Joshua 19:19
Joshua 19:19 in Multiple Translations
Hapharaim, Shion, Anaharath,
And Hapharaim, and Shion, and Anaharath,
and Hapharaim, and Shion, and Anaharath,
And Hapharaim and Shion and Anaharath
Hapharaim, Shion, Anaharath,
And Hapharaim, and Shion, and Anaharath,
and Haphraim, and Shihon, and Anaharath,
Hapharaim, Shion, Anaharath,
And Hapharaim, and Shihon, and Anaharath,
And Hapharaim and Seen and Anaharath,
Hapharaim, Shion, Anaharath,
Berean Amplified Bible — Joshua 19:19
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Joshua 19:19 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וַ/חֲפָרַ֥יִם
וְ/שִׁיאֹ֖ן
וַ/אֲנָחֲרַֽת
וַ/חֲפָרַ֥יִם
Chăphârayim
H2663
Hapharaim
Conj | N-proper
וְ/שִׁיאֹ֖ן
Shîyʼôwn
H7866
Shion
Conj | N-proper
וַ/אֲנָחֲרַֽת
ʼĂnâchărâth
H588
Anaharath
Conj | N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — Joshua 19:19
וַ/חֲפָרַ֥יִם
Chăphârayim
H2663
"Hapharaim"
Conj | N-proper
Hapharaim is a place in Palestine, also known as Ophrah, which means two pits. It is located in the region of Issachar and is mentioned in the Bible as a city or town.
Definition: Hapharaim = "two pits" a place in Issachar Another name of oph.rah (עׇפְרָה "Ophrah" H6084H)
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: Haphraim. See also: Joshua 19:19.
וְ/שִׁיאֹ֖ן
Shîyʼôwn
H7866
"Shion"
Conj | N-proper
Shion was a town in Palestine, located near Mount Tabor in the region of Issachar. The name Shion means ruin. It is mentioned in the Bible as a place of significance in the region.
Definition: § Shion = "ruin" a town of Issachar located near Mount Tabor
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: Shihon. See also: Joshua 19:19.
וַ/אֲנָחֲרַֽת
ʼĂnâchărâth
H588
"Anaharath"
Conj | N-proper
Anaharath means a place of fearful groaning, located in Naphtali or Issachar. It is mentioned in the Bible as a city. The name reflects a sense of fear or anxiety associated with this place.
Definition: § Anaharath = "the groaning of fear" (BDB) city in Naphtali or Issachar
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: Anaharath. See also: Joshua 19:19.
Study Notes — Joshua 19:19
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Context — Issachar’s Inheritance
Joshua 19:19 Summary
Joshua 19:19 lists the cities of Hapharaim, Shion, and Anaharath, which were part of the territory given to the tribe of Issachar. This verse shows us that God is a God of details and cares about the specific needs of His people, just as He promised in Jeremiah 29:11. The allocation of these cities to the tribe of Issachar is a reminder that God wants us to have a sense of belonging and a place to call our own, as seen in Psalm 16:6. By trusting in God's provision, we can have confidence that He will take care of us, just as He took care of the Israelites in the wilderness (Deuteronomy 1:31).
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the cities listed in Joshua 19:19?
The cities listed in Joshua 19:19, such as Hapharaim, Shion, and Anaharath, are part of the territory allocated to the tribe of Issachar, as described in Joshua 19:17-21, and are important for understanding the geography and divisions of the land of Israel, as seen in Joshua 13:7 and Ezekiel 48:1-8.
How does this verse relate to the overall narrative of Joshua?
Joshua 19:19 is part of the larger narrative of the division of the land of Canaan among the tribes of Israel, as commanded by God in Deuteronomy 1:7-8 and Joshua 1:6, and fulfilled in Joshua 13-21.
What can we learn about God's character from this verse?
From Joshua 19:19, we can learn about God's attention to detail and care for His people, as seen in His provision of specific territories for each tribe, as promised in Genesis 12:7 and Deuteronomy 1:8.
How does the listing of cities in this verse compare to other biblical accounts?
The listing of cities in Joshua 19:19 is similar to other biblical accounts, such as Numbers 34:1-12 and Ezekiel 47:13-23, which also describe the division of the land and the allocation of territories to the tribes of Israel.
Reflection Questions
- What does the specific mention of these cities reveal about God's plan for the tribe of Issachar?
- How can I apply the principle of God's attention to detail in my own life, as seen in Joshua 19:19?
- What does the allocation of cities and territories teach us about God's desire for His people to have a place to call their own, as seen in Psalm 16:6 and Acts 17:26?
- In what ways can I trust God's provision and care for me, just as the tribe of Issachar trusted Him for their territory?
Gill's Exposition on Joshua 19:19
And Hapharaim,.... The first of these is by Jerom (y) called Aphraim, a city of the tribe of Issachar; and adds, there is at this day a village called Affarea, six miles from Legion to the north; and
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Joshua 19:19
And the fourth lot came out to Issachar, for the children of Issachar according to their families. The fourth lot came out to Issachar.
Ellicott's Commentary on Joshua 19:19
(19) El Farrîyeh (sheet 6),En-N’aûrah (sheet 9, near Endor).
Cambridge Bible on Joshua 19:19
19. Hapharaim] is mentioned above as the residence of a Canaanitish king, see ch. Joshua 12:17; Shihon is not found; Anaharath, too, has not been identified.
Whedon's Commentary on Joshua 19:19
’S LOT, Joshua 19:17-23.The territory of this tribe was bounded on the north by Zebulun, on the east by the Jordan, and on the south and west by Manasseh.